1. Kansas City Chiefs  Luke Joeckel* /OT/ Texas A&M:
With the franchising of Albert, release of Winston, efforts to resign their defensive lineman, and Reid's track record of investing big on the offensive line..it all points to an OT with the Chiefs pick. Alberts played on the right side before and can do so again. NFL comp. Joe Thomas
*previous Shariff Floyd, Star Lotulelei

2. Jacksonville Jaguars  Eric Fisher /OT/Central Michigan:
Monroe is a fine LT but the Jags are lacking almost everywhere else upfront. They could move Monroe to the right side and shift Bradfield inside, turning a weakness into a strength. Fisher was so dominant in Mobile, he might have actually lowered Joeckels stock by looking like a comparable option at LT. NFL comp Joe Staley
*previous Luke Joeckel

3. Oakland Raiders  Shariff Floyd* /DT/ Florida:
Moves like an athletic DE and has the power of a plugging DT. Regarded as a sure top ten pick heading into the combine with Mayock and a few others thinking top 5. Tragic background that makes you root for him no matter what. NFL Comp. Darnell Dockett
*previous Sheldon Richardson, Bjoern Werner

4. Philadelphia Eagles  Lane Johnson /OT/ Oklahoma:
One of the biggest risers out of senior week and he impressed at the combine as expected. Now regarded as having higher upside then either Fisher or Joeckel. Kellys also explained that sacks are the kryptonite to his offense.
*previous Eric Fisher, Luke Joeckel

5. Detroit Lions - Sheldon Richardson* /DE/ Missouri:
Richardson is like a LB trapped in a DTs body. Huge motor, surprising power, along with his mobility, could make him a top 5 pick. Doesn't fit the usual mold of a wide 9 DE but he gets up field and shoots gaps better then any other guy in this class. Played at 285 during the season before bulking up pre draft. NFL Comp. Justin Smith
*previous Dee Milliner

6. Cleveland Browns  Dion Jordan /OLB-DE/ Oregon:
Jarvis Jones is the perfect scheme fit but I think Lombardi/Banner wont take the risk. Jordans got a similar skill set to previous busts like Jarvis Moss-Aaron Maybin, but I think his experience and ability in space separates him. Its also remarkable that he put up such a solid season while playing half of it with that torn labrum. Had he stayed healthy, he'd have even more buzz. NFL comp. Julian Peterson (with 4 more inches)

7. Arizona Cardinals - Geno Smith /QB/ West Virginia
Didn't especially shine in positional workouts but came across very well in interviews reportedly. Also spoke of his reluctance to run, saying he was the facilitator of the offense and didn't want to selfishly take it over. If true, is that a flag? Idk, but I'd prefer a guy who wants to take over games. The Cards just need to pull the trigger, though. I'm impressed with Smith's toughness, improvisation and arm talent and given his noted work ethic it's worth the risk. NFL comp. Mark Brunnell

8. Buffalo Bills  Jarvis Jones* /OLB/ Georgia:
Right now I'm buying his story at the combine and feel like he'll pass enough team's med checks to not drop too far. I think the issue though for decision makers is not so much whether he can play with the condition, it's should he be playing. But it's his life. Obviously Jones is all in and wants to be drafted high but the next temp paralysis after an awkward hit might change his familys mind, especially once their financially set. NFL comp. Chad Brown
*previous Damontre Moore

9. New York Jets - Chance Warmack /OG/ Alabama:
Ryan has one more season to show some kind of legitimate turn around or hes out. Warmack is pro ready and helps Ryan immediately get back to his brand of football. Key word with this choice is "safe". Even if a rookie pass rusher taken here gets 10 sacks next season, if the offense plays as bad as it was, there still picking top 5 and Ryan's out. Top priority should be to fix the offense. NFL Comp. Will Shields

10. Tennessee Titans - Jonathan Cooper /OG/ North Carolina:
Ranked higher then Warmack on some teams' boards because he's the better athlete. With the signing of Wilson, you can take Vaccaro out of the equation at #10. NFL Comp. Jahri Evans

11. San Deigo Chargers  Dee Milliner*/CB/ Alabama:
Blazed his 40 at Indy then stumbled through his positional workout. Still, he's the top ranked CB, but I don't see a top ten guy in Milliner. But, who knows, Gilmore went there last year. Chargers have to look here with Jammer, Cason, UFAs. NFL Comp. Terrell Thomas
*previous Lane Johnson

12. Miami Dolphins  Bjoern Werner* /DE-OLB/ Florida State:
Hallo. Everything I've read suggests Werner is not as highly rated as everyone thinks. But at his size, he still explodes off the ball and shows the ability to stand up. If the Dolphins make good on landing a couple offensive side stars in FA, they'll look to add talent to the defensive side in the draft. NFL comp. Jason Babin
*previous Tyler Eifert

15. New Orleans Saints  Ezekiel Ansah /OLB-DE/ BYU:
Dominated the senior game after seemingly overthinking during the practices. His combine performance should highlight his monster upside and convince that he can be lined up almost anywhere. NFL Comp. Justin Tuck
*previous Bjoern Werner, Jarvis Jones

17. Pittsburgh Steelers - Keenan Allen* /WR/ California:
Allens worth a top ten pick imo. His stock might take a hit if he recovers slowly from his late season knee injury and Patterson/Austin blaze. NFL Comp. Javon Walker

18. Dallas Cowboys - Kenny Vaccaro /S/ Texas:
The tatted one is regarded by many as the top S in the draft. McShay recently gushed he's talented enough to play some CB. But he underwhelmed at the combine. NFL Comp. Michael Huff
*previous Damontre Moore, Jon Cooper

19. New York Giants  Barkevious Mingo*/OLB/ LSU:
I was set to give the Giants Olgetree here until his latest red flag. Mingos the freak athlete in need of a lot of polish. I think he could play Kiwanuka's position and they could give Kiwi more time at DE. Also figuring the Giants franchise Beatty. NFL comp. Mathias Kiwanuka

20. Chicago Bears  Tyler Eifert /TE/ Notre Dame:
"Eifert is underrated and I think his stock will soar as the draft gets closer-starting with the combine." -Check. Shined as expected but I've actually lowered him in this mock because of the positional needs of teams picking higher and the depth at TE in this draft. NFL Comp. Jason Witten
*previous Lane Johnson

21. Cincinnati Bengals - DaMontre Moore* /DE/ Texas A&M:
Similar to Werner, it seems his stock is not as high as expected. But incredibly productive in his first season playing with his hand down inside a tougher conference and still very young. NFL comp. Willie McGinest
*previous Kenny Vaccaro, Matt Elam

22. St. Louis Rams - Matt Elam*/S /Florida:
As little as he is, if he declares he could rise in this class. Pound for pound, one of the most physical defenders in the draft. NFL Comp. Dante Whitner
*previous Larry Warford

23.Minnesota Vikings - DeAndre Hopkins* /WR/ Clemson:
Hopkins is loved by some but Im not quite as high on him but hes got great ball skills, quickness and the mindset of a #1 WR. NFL comp. Nate Burleson

25. Minnesota Vikings (SEA)  Datone Jones /DE-DT/ UCLA:
Already had Jones as a 2nd rounder before Mobile where he crushed it. Any team, running a 34 or 43, in need of more pass rush should find it hard to pass him up. NFL Comp. Cameron Jordan

26. TRADE Buffalo Bills (GB) - E.J. Manuel /QB/ Florida State:
E.J.s got great size, arm and running ability but doesn't utilize it all well. Hes passive and shrinks in the big moments. But with the success of recent running QBs, itll push up his stock. I think Marrone could target him to sit behind Fitz for a season and see if he can develop another Kaepernick. NFL Comp. Tarvares Jackson
*previous Matt Barkley

27. Houston Texans  Jesse Williams /NT/ Alabama:
Not yet getting enough recognition. Williams should become a beast of an interior lineman in the NFL-able to play in any scheme. NFL Comp. Antonio Garay

29. New England Patriots - Robert Woods* /WR/ USC:
Painfully clear watching the Patriots playoff loss that Welker is finished with this team and the WRs are lacking. Woods is now the forgotten guy with Lee breaking out. What I like most is his toughness. Concerns about his nagging foot injury could cause him to slip. NFL comp. Santonio Holmes
*previous Tavon Austin

30. Atlanta Falcons  Alex Okafor /DE/ Texas:
Okafor was the best Texas defender imo and was one of the best defensive players at Mobile. NFL Comp. Andre Carter
*previous Corey Lemonier

31. San Francisco 49ers  Jonathan Cyprien /S/ FIU:
A sleeper that really opened up eyes at Mobile. He looked like a CB in drills at 6'1 209. NFL Comp Morgan Burnett
*previous Eric Reid

32. Baltimore Ravens - Arthur Brown /LB/ Kansas St:
Checked back on ND games for Te'o after that horrid bowl game and compared him with Brown and Minter (vs Miami, Oregon, & A&M). Got to say now that Brown is possibly the best ILB prospect of the three. Undersized but doesn't play like it. He can thump inside while also looking great in space. Hes got it all but his size might be looked at as a liability. Sound familiar? NFL Comp. Jon Beason

2. San Francisco 49ers (KC)  Terrance Williams /WR/ Baylor:
Wiiliams has size and speed but it's his quick feet that I think will make him a great pro. Sort of a sleeper thats going to end up a steal. NFL comp. Torrey Smith

3. TRADE New York Jets (PHI)  Desmond Trufant /CB/Washington:
Revis is dealt to Philly for the Eagles 13' 2nd and a conditional 14' 2nd. Trufant came out of senior week being called a first round pick and followed it up with a solid combine. Brash man press corner that's a cheap but talented replacement for DR. NFL Comp. Courtland Finnegan
*previous Xavier Rhodes

4. Detroit Lions - Eric Reid* /S/LSU:
Reids stock is not up right now but with a good combine showing, he should start getting that buzz going again. NFL comp. William Moore
*previous Xavier Rhodes, Johnthan Banks

8. New York Jets - Ryan Nassib /QB/ Syracuse:
Nassib didnt stand out at senior week practices but the word is teams are still high on him. The Jets need serious competition for Sanchez and Nassib has the skill set to take his job away in camp. NFL Comp. Andy Dalton

12. Tampa Bay Buccaneers  Tank Carradine /DE/ Florida St:
Potential first rounder before late season ACL. Lions probably have to move back up to get him.
*previous Kawaan Short, David Amerson, Jon Cyprien

15. TRADE Detroit Lions (SD)  Giovanni Bernard* /RB/ North Carolina:
Not as fast as the big runs would indicate and has some durability concerns, but can make something out of nothing with impressive natural running skills. Top ranked back. NFL Comp. Ahmad Bradshaw
*previous Terrance Williams

17. Dallas Cowboys - Kyle Long /OG/ Oregon:
Ultra athletic project with some off field issues but a solid lineage.
*previous Corey Lemonier

18. Pittsburgh Steelers  Kevin Minter* /LB/ LSU:
Not flashy but Minter looks like a very solid pro ILB. Instinctive and physical and strong enough to work in a 34.
*previous Manti Teo

19. New York Giants  Alec Ogletree* /LB/ Georgia:
I didn't really recognize how much of a freak athlete Ogletree was until I watched the all star skills contest and saw him demonstrate quicker feet then Robert Woods. Fills the stat sheet on a talented Georgia D but is still pretty raw and has character flags. Check that now-major red flags. NFL Comp. Boss Bailey
*previous Kevin Minter

20. Chicago Bears  Terron Armstead /OT/ Arkansas Pine-Bluff:
Held his own at post season all star practices at LT and OG, then blew up the combine.

21. Washington Redskins  David Amerson*/S/NC State:
First rounder as a junior and a late round guy as a senior. Hell fair better as a safety.
*previous Eric Reid, Phillip Thomas

23. Cincinnati Bengals  Khassem Greene /OLB/ Rutgers:
Former safety who's become a dominant defender and arguably the top OLB in the draft.
*previous Gerald Hodges

24. Miami Dolphins (IND)  Justin Pugh /OT/ Syracuse:
Knocked for his measurables at Mobile but looked like one of the best OTs there. NFL Comp. Eric Steinbach
*previous Kyle Long

25. Green Bay Packers  Eddie Lacy*/RB/ Alabama:
Superbly talented but also playing behind a phenomenal line. Still his feet, agility and speed at 220+ is special. And he comes with a ready made catch phrase. NFL Comp. Steven Jackson
*previous Gio Bernard

26. Seattle Seahawks - Zach Ertz* /TE/ Stanford:
Ertz doesn't look as good a prospect to me as Fleener, who went high 2nd last year but underperformed as a rookie. NFL Comp Coby Fleener
*previous Mene Watson

28. Denver Broncos  Le'Veon Bell* /RB/ Michigan State:
Bell is possibly the most slept on prospect right now. Mired on a terrible college offense, hell end up a steal in the NFL. Eddie George
*previous Barrett Jones

29. New England Patriots  Kawaan Short /DT/ Purdue:
When his motors on, Shorts a top 20 guy. He could drop because of inconsistency but he'll probably generate buzz though senior week and the combine. NFL Comp. Shaun Rogers
*previous Brandon Williams, Johnthan Hankins

32. Baltimore Ravens  Corey Lemonier* /DE-OLB/ Auburn:
Lemonier has been one of the most consistent rushers in the country for awhile, and only fell off the second half of his senior season. NFL Comp. Shawn Merriman

RD.3

1. Kansas City Chiefs  Matt Barkley /QB/ USC:
Ought to go higher but his skill set is not the trend. It's always possible he kills at his pro day but the delaying is looking very suspicious. NFL comp. Chad Pennington
*previous Johnthan Banks, Logan Ryan

5. Philadelphia Eagles  John Jenkins /DT/ Georgia:
Bust potential for sure but you can't coach up size + motor. Jenkins gets blown off the ball too often for a guy of his size but massive DTs who can move and hustle are rare commodities-I guess. NFL comp. Shaun Smith

9. TRADE Green Bay Packers (BUF)  Jordan Mills /OT/ Louisiana Tech:
Mills was a late add senior week played very well by all accounts.

10. New York Jets - Jamie Collins /OLB-DE/ Southern Miss:
Raw all around but has impressive athleticism and can get into the backfield.
*previous David Bass

11. Tampa Bay Buccaneers  Logan Ryan* /CB/ Rutgers:
Under the radar guy having a strong season on a great defense. Size, ball skills-needs to show well in the post season to rise. NFL Comp. Leon Hall
*previous Markus Wheaton

13. New Orleans Saints  Mike Glennon /QB/ NC State:
Chase Daniel is a FA and might want to compete for a start somewhere else. Brees is now paid and gets the most out of his talent but at 34, a solid back up is a must. I was initially impressed how Glennon had come along this past season...then I took a look at him vs Virginia and it all fell apart-ditto his bowl game. Might pick up big numbers in the right offense but will probably never shake the tendency to make unforced mistakes. Buyer beware. Most damning thing being talked about him is that he might not be a leader. NFL Comp. Derek Anderson

14. San Diego Chargers  David Quessenberry /OG-OT/ San Jose State:
One of the best lineman at Mobile. Helped himself as much as anyone senior week. Great quickness and agility into the second level and nasty attitude but needs to get stronger.
*previous Terron Armstead

15. Miami Dolphins  Vance McDonald /TE/ Rice:
Impressed everyone in Mobile with his size and athleticism but is still a big project.
*previous Marquis Goodwin

25. Seattle Seahawks  Xavier Gooden /LB/ Missouri:
Undersized blazer creating some buzz but I seem to remember him losing it a couple seasons back and throwing a punch at a guy he couldnt get to the ground that he was trying to tackle?
*previous Margus Hunt

26. TRADE Cleveland Browns (GB) - Tyler Wilson /QB/ Arkansas:
Wilsons small hands and the beating he took as a senior are looking like deal breakers for his stock. The team that eventually drafts him is going to get a big steal. NFL comp. Matt Hasselbeck
*previous Jordan Reed

27. Houston Texans  Stedman Bailey*/WR/ West Virginia:
High on Bailey since last year when I thought he physically abused Mo Claiborne at the los and out quicked him in the open field. He's underrated due to his big play teammate and should go higher. NFL Comp. Doug Baldwin
*previous David Amerson

28. Denver Broncos - Dwayne Gratz /CB/ UConn:
Opened eyes with his testing at the combine following a solid showing at senior week practices where he really looked better then Wreh-Wilson.
*previous B.W. Webb

29. New England Patriots  Tyrann Mathieu* /CB/ LSU:
Someones going to take the chance in the mid rounds. All he has to do in NE is his do his job;

6. Arizona Cardinals  Sam Montgomery* /DE-OLB/ LSU:
So much for telling the truth in interviews. LSU coaches criticism adds to concerns over character along with average junior season. NFL comp. (taller) Brandon Graham
*previous John Simon

14. Miami Dolphins  Gerald Hodges /OLB/ Penn State:
A guy really flying under the radar that is extremely athletic and showed some ability at the Shrine to play inside or outside.
*previous Stephan Taylor

17. Dallas Cowboys  Montee Ball /RB/ Wisconsin:
Ball's had some off field issues that look to be dropping his stock. Counting on Murray to make it through 16 game is just wishful thinking.
*previous John Franklin

18. Pittsburgh Steelers  Denard Robinson /RB/ Michigan:
Didn't excite at senior week practices but showed more toughness arriving with an injury. I think his best position will be RB. He's what the Steelers hoped they were getting with Chris Rainey. NFL Comp Percy Harvin

19. New York Giants  B.W. Webb /CB/ William & Mary:
Small school guy singled out by many for his impressive play at senior week practices.
*previous Brennen Williams

20. Chicago Bears  Earl Watford /OG/ James Madison:
I thought he had a very good positional workout at Indy.
*previous David Bahktari

25. Green Bay Packers  Kiko Alonso /LB/ Oregon :
If he can convince teams his off field antics are entirely behind him, he could go here or higher with his talent.
*previous Shamarko Thomas, Cooper Taylor

11. New Orleans Saints  Will Davis /CB/ Utah St:
Followed up a rough senior week with a solid combine.

12. San Diego Chargers  Cobi Hamilton /WR/ Arkansas:
Huge fan of Hamilton. He's been unstoppable for the Razorbacks this season and has no weaknesses to his game-except all those he showed senior week;/ NFL Comp. Denarius Moore

13. Miami Dolphins  Shawn Williams /S/ Georgia:
Testing well will really help his status and solidify him as a mid round guy. Mixed reviews senior week but held his own.

19. New York Giants  Joseph Randle* /RB/ Oklahoma St.:
Quietly stepped up his game in the absence of Weeden and Blackmon. A complete back who should go higher then this. If he continues to get stronger as a pro, he'll be a pro bowl back. NFL comp. DaMarco Murray

20. Chicago Bears  Josh Boyce /WR/ TCU:
I guy I've been liking all season but thought his speed would make him a late round pick. After blazing at Indy his stock is def up. Poor man's Anquan Boldin

21. Washington Redskins  Steve Williams /CB/ California:
Blazing run at Indianapolis has put him on the map.

22. Minnesota Vikings - Landry Jones /QB/ Oklahoma:
Up and down college career but has enough natural throwing talent to push Ponder.
*previous Jon Bostic

There is really nothing to complain about from a Bears perspective. I don't really know much about David Bakhtiari and I'd like to see some linebacker or corner depth added (Jelani Jenkins or Nico Johnson maybe). But the is nit picky. Good job.

I can't say the same about the Jags. At 2-14, they don't have the luxury of spending two picks on defensive tackles. A real pass rushing threat (Werner) is a huge need. Just 20 sacks last year. Rounds three and four are fine, though I can't imagine the Jags leave this draft without getting somebody to compete with Gabbert.

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Brilliant letting one of Scott Pioli's henchmen have his own team to ruin. One of the premier GM jobs in the NFL and it gets handed to a stupid **** who makes three facepalm moves for every good one. Awesome. Just like handing a new Mercedes to a 16 year old girl who's already been in three wrecks.

Wow, Keenan Allen in 1 and Teo in 2...not sure that could be better. Ive been using the walker comparison for months now, i think its very accurate.

in 3 i think Davis Amerson or Margus Hunt would be better picks, possibly a RB too. Amerson would be an absolute stud at S for us

I really really like Robinson too, id have a hard time passing up brandon jenkins there though. I think hed be a perfect fit to replace woodley at LOLB when wood moves over to ROLB when they cut harrison

honestly if you are a browns fan it must have stung giving the steelers a class like that

There is really nothing to complain about from a Bears perspective. I don't really know much about David Bakhtiari and I'd like to see some linebacker or corner depth added (Jelani Jenkins or Nico Johnson maybe). But the is nit picky. Good job.

I can't say the same about the Jags. At 2-14, they don't have the luxury of spending two picks on defensive tackles. A real pass rushing threat (Werner) is a huge need. Just 20 sacks last year. Rounds three and four are fine, though I can't imagine the Jags leave this draft without getting somebody to compete with Gabbert.

Jags drafted Branch high 2nd last year and picked up Babin. If you look at how Seattle built it's D, they started with bigger bodies then eventually found their pass rushers. There's also the possibility of signing a pass rush vet like Osi, Freeney, Avril, S.Phillips, J.Harrison, J. Abraham...to finish out in Florida. And Werner's stock might not be as high as everyone thinks. Just sayin, I think it's possible.

I wouldn't be sir prized if he passed McCoy on the depth chart. I think he might have a better arm and accurate arm then him from the highlights I thought. He also got some wheels too help us prepare for QB's as Wilson , RG3 and other runners etc.

I like Moore with the first pick, especially if they do go the hybrid route, J. Jones if he checks out I think is better, but if they are uncomfortable with his spinal stenosis or work ethic, Moore is the guy with that pick.
Barkley I see as a possibility, he does have transitional skills for the offense, the Pennington comparison makes me nervous. IMO they like Wilson and Nassib more, but thats me, Barkleys starting experience and production should earn high marks from Nix, Nassib and Wilson as well along similar lines.
Andrew Jackson did not declare from what I remember. Having moved up to take Graham last year, makes me think that A. Sanders is not likely in the third, I think they are looking for more of a #2/#1 type, potentially like King. With the release of G. Wilson and IMO D. Searcy not being a quality starter I would think Rambo and Taylor would be options as well. The other 3 players I see as possibilities as well. IMO McDonald or King is the pick having taken Barkley in the first.

That's a great draft for the Ravens outside of Wilcox in the third round. If Reed signs with another team or retires they're going to need more than a guy that's only played the position for a year. Give them Rambo in that spot instead. He's ready to play now.

I like Moore with the first pick, especially if they do go the hybrid route, J. Jones if he checks out I think is better, but if they are uncomfortable with his spinal stenosis or work ethic, Moore is the guy with that pick.
Barkley I see as a possibility, he does have transitional skills for the offense, the Pennington comparison makes me nervous. IMO they like Wilson and Nassib more, but thats me, Barkleys starting experience and production should earn high marks from Nix, Nassib and Wilson as well along similar lines.
Andrew Jackson did not declare from what I remember. Having moved up to take Graham last year, makes me think that A. Sanders is not likely in the third, I think they are looking for more of a #2/#1 type, potentially like King. With the release of G. Wilson and IMO D. Searcy not being a quality starter I would think Rambo and Taylor would be options as well. The other 3 players I see as possibilities as well. IMO McDonald or King is the pick having taken Barkley in the first.

thanks on the catch of Jackson. Idk, Ace strikes me as having Welker type potential if utilized well in the right offense. I'm not sure how exactly how their cap looks but I was thinking they may want to replace Wilson with a vet since the secondary is full of younger guys.

That's a great draft for the Ravens outside of Wilcox in the third round. If Reed signs with another team or retires they're going to need more than a guy that's only played the position for a year. Give them Rambo in that spot instead. He's ready to play now.

I should give them Duke Williams but I'm not ready yet to imagine one of my favorite prospects ending up on the Ravens. We'll see how Wilcox performs at the combine.

No offense, but did you even remember who you gave us in the first when you gave us Patton in the second?

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Panthers' rec talent outside of Smith, who's def in decline, is not good and Olsen is overrated. Patterson is a huge talent but he's also a project that might take time-or at least you might not want to rush him. Patton, though, is better then anyone else they have outside of Smitty. Adding weapons on offense takes some of that monumental pressure off of Cam. I'd imagine his development is still the top priority for the entire organization. OL/DL then becomes day 3 need.